Hotel Don Pepe

Hotel Don Pepe in Ribadesella

Overview

Type: Hotel Don Pepe is a premium beachfront hotel offering private room accommodation for walkers on the Camino del Norte. Operating across two distinct buildings — one directly on the beachfront (Silken Don Pepe) and one just steps back from the sea (Silken Don Pepe Ría) — it combines contemporary design with sweeping sea views, a sea-view restaurant terrace, and special golf privileges at La Rasa de Berbes Golf Course. One of the most prestigious hotel options on this stretch of the Norte.
Location: Dionisio Ruisanchez, 12, 33560 Ribadesella, Asturias, Spain — in the heart of Ribadesella, directly on the beachfront promenade on the stunning Asturian Costa Verde.
Opened: Well-established premium hotel, consistently rated among the top options in Ribadesella.
Accessibility: Accessible on foot from the Camino route; 50 guests total. English spoken at reception (host: Luis Pablo González de Cabo).
Contact:
Phone: +34 985557881
Email: [email protected]
Website: hoteldonpepe.com

Facilities

Rooms / Beds: Contemporary rooms across two buildings; beachfront rooms in the main building for maximum sea views, and quieter “Annex Building” rooms in the Ría building for a more private atmosphere. All rooms offer the same quality and services.
Prices: From €120 per room per night.
Total Capacity: 50 guests across both buildings.
Reservations: Strongly recommended — a sought-after property in peak season.
Pilgrim Credential: Not required — open to all travellers. English spoken.
Operating Season: March to November (closed December–February).
Hours: Contact the hotel to confirm check-in arrangements.

Amenities

• Free Wi-Fi.
• On-site restaurant with sea-view terrace.
• Café and bar — indoor and outdoor terrace seating.
• Dinner available (charged separately).
• Breakfast included.
• Bike storage available.
• Special Green Fees at La Rasa de Berbes Golf Course (available year-round for guests).
• English spoken at reception.
• Two buildings: beachfront (sea view) or quieter second-line option.

Walker Insight

Hotel Don Pepe is the most complete hotel offering on Ribadesella’s beachfront — combining a premium location, a sea-view restaurant terrace, contemporary design, and the flexibility of two buildings to suit different preferences. Solo travellers have rated the location 9.2 out of 10. For pilgrims marking a significant milestone on the Camino del Norte, or simply wanting a memorable night on the Asturian Costa Verde, this is one of the finest options available.

The seafront promenade of Ribadesella — lined with grand Indianos mansions, including the 1924 Chalet de Indianos Villa Rosario — runs directly past the hotel. The fishing port, the Sella estuary, and Santa Marina Beach are all within easy walking distance. Evening dining on the terrace as the Atlantic light fades is, by all accounts, a highlight of the experience.

The Camino del Norte was recognised by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site in 2015, and staying at a hotel of this quality on one of its most celebrated stages is a fitting way to mark the journey.

Good to Know

• Choose between beachfront rooms (sea views) or the quieter Ría building.
• Breakfast included in room rate.
• Golf privileges at La Rasa de Berbes Golf Course for guests.
• Closed December to February — check if walking out of season.
• Bike storage available.
• English spoken at reception.

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